Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are blood vessels which have become dilated, twisted, and swollen. Although they can occur anywhere in the body, they primarily affect the legs and feet. Millions of Americans, primarily women between the ages of 30 and 70, suffer from this unsightly and frequently painful vascular disorder. Our office offers proven varicose vein treatment. Learn about the causes and available treatments for varicose veins below.

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Causes of Varicose Veins

Although the exact cause of varicose veins is still unknown, physicians have determined that varicose veins form when blood vessels become weak and malfunction. Varicose veins commonly form when blood can no longer flow easily against gravity. Whether a product of dysfunctional valves or weakened walls, the end result is usually bulging veins and leg pain.

There are a number of factors that seem to contribute to poor blood vessel functioning, including:

• Trauma
• Standing or sitting for long periods of time
• Heredity
• Hormonal shifts during pregnancy
• Obesity

Varicose Vein Treatment

At the Vein Center of Tampa Bay, we are proud to offer the very latest methods and technology to eliminate varicose veins. Dr. Jeffrey A. Hunt and his experienced, knowledgeable staff can help patients determine which varicose vein treatment option is most appropriate for their medical needs. Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy and Endolaser vein removal are among the most popular varicose vein treatments available today. Extremely effective and non-surgical, both Endolaser and ultrasound-guided injections are minimally invasive and deliver remarkable results.

For more information about varicose vein treatment, contact Dr. Jeffrey A. Hunt in the Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg, Florida area. Arrange a consultation and examination today.